Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad packed with fresh vegetables, black beans, and a zesty dressing that embodies the spirit of the Southwest.
Ingredients
- Mixed Greens (e.g., Romaine, spinach, or arugula)
- Black Beans (canned or cooked)
- Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- Avocado (diced)
- Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
- Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
- Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- Chili Powder or Cumin
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and prepping your mixed greens. Tear them into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the canned black beans and drain the corn.
- Dice the avocado, chop the cilantro, slice the red onion, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Assemble the salad by tossing in all your greens first, then layering on the black beans, corn, tomatoes, and avocado.
- Make the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder (or cumin), and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped cilantro on top and garnish with sprigs of cilantro.
- Serve immediately for the best freshness.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using flavored olive oils and serving with tortilla chips or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: salad, Santa Fe, Southwestern, healthy, fresh, vegetarian